Vacuum-Distilled Ruthenium Lump
Vacuum-Distilled Ruthenium Lump consists of irregular lumps of ultra-pure ruthenium purified by vacuum distillation, in unwrought condition for research applications. It is not further processed into semi-manufactured forms. This product falls under tariff item 7110.41.00 as unwrought ruthenium.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the lumps are further worked into semi-manufactured forms
Worked ruthenium is classified as semi-manufactured.
If rhodium predominates by weight in the lumps
Alloys are classified by the predominant platinum group metal.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the vacuum distillation process to demonstrate purity and unwrought state
• Confirm the lumps do not meet the powder definition
• Provide intended use (research) and purity certificates for customs
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